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Android Programming by Bill Phillips

Android Programming

The Big Nerd Ranch Guide

Bill Phillips, Chris Stewart, Kristin Marsicano

Pearson Education · Print & ebook · January 30, 2017

Java ProgrammingMobile App DevelopmentAndroid OSdevelopment
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Who it’s for
Programmers with Java experience learning Android development
Themes
Android development, Hands-on programming, Mobile app creation
Genres
Android OS, Mobile App Development, Java Programming

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Android Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide is an introductory Android book for programmers with Java experience. Based on Big Nerd Ranch’s popular Android bootcamps, this guide will lead you through the wilderness using hands-on example apps combined with clear explanations of key concepts and APIs. This book focuses on practical techniques for developing apps compatible with Android 4.4 (KitKat) through Android 7.0 (Nougat) and beyond.

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Write and run code every step of the way, using Android Studio to create apps that integrate with other apps, download and display pictures from the web, play sounds, and more. Each chapter and app has been designed and tested to provide the knowledge and experience you need to get started in Android development.

Who it’s for

  • Programmers with Java experience learning Android development
  • Learners who want hands-on app-building examples

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Java Programming83%
Android OS72%
Mobile App Development72%

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Publisher categories

  • Mobile App Development
Authors
Bill Phillips, Chris Stewart, Kristin Marsicano
Publisher
Pearson Education
Published
January 30, 2017
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Android development · Hands-on programming · Mobile app creation
Reading lane
Mobile App Development